Marc Sabbah - J.S. Bach's Six Suites for Violoncello [Double CD]

Violist Marc Sabbah presents a unique interpretation of J. S. Bach's iconic Six Suites for Violoncello, masterfully adapted for the viola. These monumental works, BWV 1007-1012, are celebrated for their compositional brilliance and the profound technical demands they place on performers. Having inspired generations of string players, from Pablo Casals to Yo-Yo Ma, the Suites continue to be a benchmark for musicians seeking to leave their individual mark on these timeless compositions. Sabbah shares his personal connection to the music, suggesting that Bach, a known viola player, might have even conceived these suites for the instrument.

• Complete performance of J. S. Bach's Six Suites for Violoncello, adapted for viola.
• Features violist Marc Sabbah's personal interpretation.
• Explores the technical and compositional brilliance of Bach's Suites.

Marc Sabbah is a violist known for his insightful interpretations of classical repertoire. His rendition of Bach's cello suites on the viola offers a fresh perspective on these beloved works.

This release is presented as a double CD set, offering the entirety of Bach's Six Suites performed by Marc Sabbah.